“My favorite grapes are those so woven into where they grow that grape and place are no longer extricable, like when you pull one thread and the whole sweater unravels.” - Terry Theise ‘Reading Between the Wines’
Terry Theise selections from the vine entrenched Old World are no secret to wine worshipers (thanks be to our lucky wine stars). With a recent James Beard Foundation Award nomination for the intoxicating book ‘Reading Between the Wines’ and all the green beverage drinking and river dying we couldn’t help but share one of Terry Theise’s selections, the only green we like to drink … Grüner Veltliner. Enter Schwarzböck baby!
There are far fewer places that grape and place are so interwoven as Austria, showcasing a region not only known for its wine but also cuisine. Vienna, where one can find the rarity of vineyards within the city limits, is not far from those of Schwarzböck, which only makes sense as this wine finds harmony between girl next door and city slicker (hence we carry it at both of our locations Leopold and Witt’s). Racy and vibrant, with a touch of delicate dancing this Grüner Veltliner is alive with the sound of music. But we don’t just love Schwarzböck for glinting green gleam and shrieks of spring … no, what makes this a gem jumper is its glorious gift at the table. Lime zest and sweet basil, make for a perfect accent to any dish adoring acidity (accompany a glass, or two, with our oysters and steak tartare) … but this Grüner is just getting started there, as the depth and rich nuances of white pepper and rosemary lingers for days allowing the wine to sing delightfully with vegetables, pork and game. And since Grüner translates to green … we fully endorse drinking the best green juice there is … green wine. Cheers!
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